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Green Smoothie Popsicles

Green Smoothie Popsicles
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Green Smoothie Popsicles are a healthy and refreshing frozen treat made from nutrient-rich leafy greens and naturally sweet fruits. Perfect for sneaking extra vitamins and antioxidants into your diet, these easy-to-make popsicles blend fresh spinach or kale with banana, green apple or pear, pineapple, and hydrating liquids like coconut water or almond milk. They offer a delightful, guilt-free snack that’s kid-friendly, customizable, and ideal for hot days or anytime you want a revitalizing bite.

Ingredients

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Greens

  • 1 cup fresh spinach or kale, washed

Fruits

  • 1 ripe banana, peeled and sliced
  • 1 green apple or pear, cored and chopped
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks

Liquids

  • 1 cup coconut water or almond milk
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Optional Sweeteners

  • 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Wash leafy greens thoroughly to remove any grit, peel and slice the banana and apple or pear, and measure all liquids to your desired consistency for blending.
  2. Blend Until Smooth: Combine all fruits, greens, liquids, and optional sweeteners in a high-speed blender. Blend until the mixture is silky smooth and vibrant green, with no chunks remaining.
  3. Pour and Freeze: Carefully pour the blended mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a small space at the top to allow for expansion during freezing. Insert the popsicle sticks securely.
  4. Freeze Fully: Place the molds upright in the freezer and freeze for at least 4 to 6 hours, or overnight for best texture and to ensure the popsicles are fully solidified.
  5. Enjoy Your Popsicles: To unmold, briefly run warm water over the outside of the molds to loosen the popsicles, then gently pull them out and savor the cold, healthy treat.

Notes

  • Use ripe fruits: Overripe bananas and apples work best to add natural sweetness and creaminess, reducing the need for added sugars.
  • Balance greens and fruits: Keep a good ratio of greens to fruits to avoid bitterness and maintain a refreshing sweet taste.
  • Test consistency: Add more liquid if the blend is too thick for smooth blending and better freezing consistency.
  • Layer flavors: For visually appealing popsicles, try layering blended fruit and greens in the molds for striped effects.
  • Freeze flat first: Freeze a thin layer of mixture initially, insert sticks, then pour the remaining mixture to keep sticks upright.

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Keywords: green smoothie, popsicles, healthy snack, frozen treat, vegan popsicles, gluten free, vegetable dessert, fruit pops

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